Montreal's mayor, who served as Montreal’s mayor for eight years, will begin a new role at the Université de Montréal this fall. The former municipal leader is set to work as a guest expert at the university, marking her return to the post‑secondary environment after a decade in public office.
the mayor’s appointment comes as the university prepares for the 2026‑27 academic year. While the specific responsibilities of her guest‑expert position have not been detailed, the move signals a transition from elected office back to an academic setting. Her eight‑year tenure as mayor, which ended in 2025, included overseeing city initiatives and navigating municipal challenges, experience that the university hopes to leverage.
The Université de Montréal confirmed that the mayor will join its faculty as a guest expert, a role that typically involves providing specialized knowledge, participating in research discussions, and contributing to public‑policy dialogues on campus. The timing aligns with the university’s broader effort to incorporate practical perspectives from former public officials into its programs.
Observers note that the mayor’s shift back to academia reflects a broader trend of politicians moving into educational roles after public service. Her background in municipal governance is expected to enrich the university’s community engagement and policy‑related projects, though details of any teaching or research duties remain forthcoming.
The appointment will take effect in the fall of 2026, positioning the mayor to begin her duties alongside the start of the new semester. The university and the former mayor have not disclosed a specific start date, but the transition is slated for the upcoming academic term.
the mayor’s move to the Université de Montréal underscores her continued involvement in Montreal’s civic life, now from an academic platform rather than a political one. The guest‑expert role offers her a venue to share insights gained during her eight years leading the city, contributing to the institution’s mission of linking scholarship with real‑world experience.